Saint-Désir is a commune located in the Calvados department of the Normandy region in northwestern France. This area is characterized by its verdant countryside, rolling hills, and the distinctive apple orchards of the Pays d'Auge. The diverse landscape around Saint-Désir provides a suitable setting for several outdoor activities like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
Saint-Désir offers a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. With more than 10 routes available, the region…
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10
riders
98.2km
04:36
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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43
riders
30.3km
01:16
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
riders
44.3km
01:55
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

33
riders
48.1km
01:58
200m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
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131
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
riders
41.4km
03:07
550m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
riders
32.0km
02:11
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
39.1km
03:11
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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91
riders
43.8km
02:43
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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63
riders
48.8km
03:55
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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48
riders
48.3km
03:57
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

25
riders
32.0km
01:55
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
hikers
8.85km
02:25
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
7.73km
02:07
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
6.89km
01:47
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
7.54km
01:57
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
13.0km
01:23
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
5.55km
00:35
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
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16.1km
01:41
150m
150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Désir offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Hiking. The region features 16 routes with an average rating of 4.41 stars from more than 4,000 visitors.
Road cycling is a prominent activity in Saint-Désir, with routes often traversing green valleys and country lanes of the Pays d'Auge. The Calvados department, where Saint-Désir is located, is a prime destination for cyclists. For detailed information, consult the guide Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Désir.
The area around Saint-Désir, within Lisieux Normandie, features over 50 mountain biking tracks. These trails offer a mix of forests, varied terrain, and descents suitable for different abilities. More challenging routes are found in Suisse Normande, south of Calvados. Explore the guide MTB Trails around Saint-Désir for specific routes.
Saint-Désir is situated near numerous running trails around Lisieux, providing opportunities for joggers. The Calvados area offers rural paths and open fields suitable for running with moderate elevation changes. A dedicated guide for Running Trails around Saint-Désir is available.
The landscape around Saint-Désir is characterized by the verdant countryside of Normandy, featuring rolling hills and extensive forests. The region is part of the Pays d'Auge, known for its apple orchards integral to cider and Calvados production, offering a unique agricultural scenery.
The Calvados region offers a range of road cycling routes for various fitness levels, including easier rides suitable for families. The gentle slopes of the Pays d'Auge provide accessible paths. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the cycling guides for the area.
Saint-Désir features 16 routes across various sports, which have received an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars from more than 4,000 visitors. Popular routes often include those traversing the scenic Pays d'Auge and its apple orchards. Users can explore specific routes within the sport-specific guides.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Désir, including Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Désir, Cycling around Saint-Désir, MTB Trails around Saint-Désir, Running Trails around Saint-Désir, and Hiking around Saint-Désir.
The official website for the commune of Saint-Désir is its Mairie (town hall) website. The address is saintdesir.fr.
The official phone number for the Saint-Désir local administration is +33 2 31 62 08 53. Further contact details may be available on the official website.
While the Pays d'Auge offers gentler slopes, the broader Calvados department includes more challenging routes, particularly in areas like Suisse Normande. These areas feature rugged terrain and technical singletrack for experienced mountain bikers. Road cyclists can also find challenging loops within the region.

